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Gladys Leger

Sacramento,CA

Summary

Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments and personal activities. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Margaret Doherty
03.2021 - 02.2024
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Caregiver

Margaret Crowley
04.2019 - 03.2021
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hiram W. Johnson High School West Campus
Sacramento, CA

Skills

  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Progress Documentation
  • Caring Companionship
  • Incident Reporting
  • Supportive Companionship
  • Ability to Lift
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • Meal Planning and Preparation
  • Injury Prevention
  • Medication Management
  • Client Transportation

Timeline

Caregiver

Margaret Doherty
03.2021 - 02.2024

Caregiver

Margaret Crowley
04.2019 - 03.2021

High School Diploma -

Hiram W. Johnson High School West Campus

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